You are encouraged to apply to at least six colleges. Two should be “dream schools” – schools you would love to attend, even if you are unsure about admission or affordability. Two should be “reach schools” – schools that represent an ambitious goal for you. And two should be “for-sure schools” – schools that you are reasonably certain will admit you. 

The Barnes Scholarship is designed to help you afford your “dream” and “reach” schools, especially if money is the reason you are hesitant to apply. In the selection of semifinalists, preference will be given to students who are applying to schools outside of Florida.

 Do you need help identifying the best school for you? Try these websites:

www.petersons.com

www.usnews.com

www.knowhow2go.org

www.educationplanner.com

www.studentsreview.com

My College QuickStart™. This free college and career planning tool, offered through College Board, helps students prepare for their future. With My College QuickStart, students can view PSAT score details, review PSAT questions and answers, prepare for the SAT, take and in-depth personality test to learn more about themselves and their strengths and weaknesses, and explore colleges and majors.

 

Advice about careers 

Need help figuring out what is the best career for you? Try this website: 

www.collegecareerlifeplanning.com